Restaurant Chinatown Kim Fung receives a mix of praise and caveats from diners, with many noting fresh, plentiful dim sum and good value that includes a wide assortment of dishes at reasonable prices. Ambience is described as nostalgic and old style, with dim sum carts contributing to a lively experience, though several reviews flag cleanliness issues and bathrooms in need of renovation. Service quality varies widely, with some guests reporting attentive, welcoming staff and complimentary tea and desserts, while others recount rude behavior, pressure to tip, and slow or uneven attention. Menu experience can be inconsistent, with some items not fresh or not available, and vegetarian options described as not ideal by some reviewers, while others emphasize thoughtful recommendations and efficient service that keeps the meal flowing. Overall, the restaurant appears to be a go to for dim sum in Montreal for many, offering strong flavors and a nostalgic vibe, but potential visitors should anticipate variability in service, cleanliness, and menu consistency.View restaurant profile
Rubis Rouge - Red Ruby Rouge draws mixed reactions from diners in Montreal, ranging from authentic Cantonese dim sum with cart service and generous portions to complaints about inconsistent taste, with some items like dumplings praised while others such as fried calamari are cold or bland. Several reviews note a pleasant, spacious, family friendly atmosphere and values that are as affordable as they seem, while service quality varies from warm and efficient to slow or gruff, sometimes adding charm but at times causing frustration. Menu information and billing can be confusing for non-French speakers, and one experience mentioned a mischarged order with shellfish and a push to tip, prompting caution about paying cash versus card. Yet many diners still call it one of the best budget friendly spots for dim sum in Chinatown, with nostalgia for the traditional cart service and frequent praise for specific dishes like sesame balls, chicken with garlic bok choy, and other favorites, and several long time visitors say the quality remains solid over the years. Overall, it feels like a classic, sometimes inconsistent but generally hearty option for authentic Chinese dim sum and Cantonese style dishes, best experienced with flexible expectations about service and menu details.View restaurant profile
